Is alcohol a drug? Should we call it a drug?

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Nabil Eid

Yes, alcohol could be considered as a drug, which may damage all body systems if it is abused.

Anthony G Gordon

Not only is it a drug, but it is far and away the most socially damaging drug.

Paul Dessauer

The World Health Organization defines a drug as any substance (other than foodstuffs) which can change how a living organism functions.